HYDRA CARBON – Powerful Carbon. Algae Under Control.

Having the planted aquarium you've always dreamed of doesn't have to be complicated .
Hydra Carbon was developed to provide a highly effective carbon source for aquatic plants while simultaneously acting as a powerful algae eliminator and preventative .

Its advanced formula has 1,5-pentanodial as its main ingredient, in a concentration higher than most similar products on the market , which translates into clearly superior effectiveness.

🔬 Advanced and Stabilized Formula

Since we at Hydra are never content with the basics, the formula has been enhanced with:

• An inorganic carbon compound that enhances the action of 1,5-pentanedial.
• Carefully adjusted pH , ensuring maximum stability and potency from bottle opening to the last drop.

The result is a consistent, stable, and extremely effective product.

🌿 Carbon Essential for Plants

1,5-pentanedial , the main active ingredient, has the ability to provide carbon to plants because, in contact with aquarium water, it decomposes into:

• Glutamic acid – aids in the absorption of nitrates by plants.
• CO₂ – provides directly usable carbon in the photosynthetic process.

This mechanism promotes faster, more compact, and healthier growth, even in aquariums without pressurized CO₂ injection.

🧪 Highly Effective Anti-Algae Action

Hydra Carbon is a proven effective algae eliminator.
Its anti-algae action is due to the aldehyde fraction of the compound , which acts as follows:

• Destroying the cell membrane of algae
• By specifically targeting the spores , it hinders their spread.
• Eliminating algae effectively and in a controlled manner.

It is effective against:
✔ BBA (black algae)
✔ Filamentous algae
✔ Staghorn
✔ Green algae

🎯 Targeted Application for Maximum Effectiveness

For quick results, Hydra Carbon can be applied directly to the algae , with the filter off for a few minutes, allowing for a localized and highly efficient action.

💧 Recommended Dosage

🔹 Attack on algae

• Up to 5 ml for every 40 L
• Apply directly to the algae using a syringe.
• Turn off the filter for 5 minutes.
• Reconnecting the filter after the operating time.

🔹 Carbon maintenance / input

• 1 to 1.5 pumps per day for every 100 L

(Adjust according to plant density and aquarium needs.)